Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, has invited tenders for the construction of a new Centre of Excellence (COE) in Precision Manufacturing building at its “Jnana Sangama” campus in Belagavi. The ambitious infrastructure project aims to strengthen advanced manufacturing education, laboratory facilities, and industrial research capabilities at the university.
According to the tender document, the estimated project cost is approximately ₹4.10 crore, while the earnest money deposit (EMD) has been fixed at ₹6.17 lakh. The work has been categorized under Class-I registered contractors, and the stipulated completion period for the project is six months.
The tender has been issued under reference number VTU/BGM/RE/2026-27/IFT No.25/2026, dated 12 May 2026, through the Karnataka Public Procurement Portal (KPPP). The office of the Registrar, VTU, Belagavi, will oversee the tendering and execution process.
Modern Academic and Laboratory Infrastructure
The proposed COE building is planned as a modern laboratory and academic facility dedicated to precision manufacturing technologies. Drawings attached to the tender indicate that the building will include multiple laboratories, classrooms, corridors, staircases, open-to-sky courtyards, utility areas, and structured circulation pathways.
The site layout shows the building positioned strategically along the internal campus road network at VTU’s Jnana Sangama campus, with dedicated pathways, landscaping zones, and access arrangements.
The tender specifies that the construction work will include:
- Civil construction works
- RCC and structural steel works
- Flooring and wall finishing
- Sanitary and plumbing systems
- Electrical installations
- Laboratory infrastructure components
- Internal utility arrangements
Focus on Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem
The Centre of Excellence is expected to play a significant role in enhancing VTU’s technical education ecosystem by supporting precision manufacturing research, skill development, and industry collaboration. The facility is likely to benefit engineering students, researchers, and manufacturing industries across North Karnataka and neighboring regions.
The project also reflects VTU’s growing emphasis on creating specialized innovation hubs focused on emerging industrial technologies and advanced engineering practices.
Strict Technical Standards and Quality Requirements
The tender document outlines detailed technical specifications and quality benchmarks for construction materials and electrical systems. Approved brands and standards have been prescribed for cement, steel, glass, laminates, aluminum systems, flooring materials, wiring systems, and electrical safety infrastructure to ensure durability and modern construction quality.
The contractor will also be required to deploy qualified technical personnel, including experienced site engineers, and maintain strict compliance with construction safety and environmental protection norms during execution.
Strengthening Belagavi’s Educational Infrastructure
With the establishment of the Precision Manufacturing COE building, VTU is set to further strengthen Belagavi’s position as an important educational and technological hub in Karnataka. Once completed, the facility is expected to provide a dedicated platform for advanced manufacturing training, innovation, and industry-oriented research activities within the university campus.
